NEW ORLEANS, La. – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that the Tchoupitoulas Street traffic restriction has been revised. As of this morning, the 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. exception, allowing traffic turning to go downriver or straight down Calliope, has been eliminated.

Through Sunday, February 3, traffic exiting the bridge at Tchoupitoulas Street will not be allowed to turn left onto Tchoupitoulas or go straight onto riverbound Calliope Street. All ramp traffic will be required to turn right and use Tchoupitoulas Street in the upriver direction. This restriction is necessary to accommodate special events in the area of the convention center.

DOTD appreciates the patience of the motoring public as these temporary traffic control restrictions are implemented.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is committed to delivering transportation and public works systems that enhance the quality of life. In addition to more than 16,600 miles of roadway, including over 930 miles of interstate, DOTD supports the development of the state’s aviation, marine and rail infrastructures. Through this work, we are able to facilitate economic development, create job opportunities, improve vital evacuation routes, and make critical freight corridors safer and more efficient.

For more information, please visit www.dotd.la.gov, email dotdcs@la.gov, or call DOTD’s Customer Service Center at (225) 379-1232 or 1-877-4LADOTD (1-877-452-3683). Business hours are 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Motorists can access up-to-date travel information by dialing 511 or by visiting www.511la.org. Out of-state travelers can call 1-888-ROAD-511 (1-888-762-3511)

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